Olympic Wrestling

by Barbara M. Linde

Book Overview

Wrestling was part of the ancient Olympics in Greece and has been one of the most popular Olympic sports since the first modern Olympics in 1896. Women's wrestling first appeared in the 2004 Olympics. In this book, dynamic and insightful text chronicles some of the great athletes and great moments in the history of Olympic wrestling. The author focuses on dramatic moments of struggle, overcoming obstacles, pure athleticism, and great accomplishment...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1404209727
• ISBN13: 9781404209725
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Rosen Central
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.1" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8